Estimator
Our client, based in Co. Wicklow, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team on a permanent, full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware and detail-focused professional to work on fire detection and electronic security system projects across Ireland and Europe. The successful candidate will work closely with the Business Development, Design and Project teams to develop accurate, competitive and technically compliant tenders for projects across the pharmaceutical, data centre and industrial sectors.
Responsibilities
- Review tender documentation, specifications and technical drawings to prepare accurate cost estimates for fire detection and security systems.
- Prepare detailed cost breakdowns covering equipment, materials, labour, commissioning and subcontractor costs.
- Liaise with suppliers, manufacturers and installers to obtain competitive and accurate pricing.
- Work closely with the Design and Sales teams to develop compliant, cost-effective and value-engineered solutions.
- Prepare tender submissions and supporting documentation in line with company procedures and client requirements.
- Maintain and regularly update estimating databases, pricing schedules and standard cost templates.
- Assist with the successful handover of awarded projects to the Project Delivery team.
- Monitor industry standards, emerging technologies and market pricing trends to ensure estimates remain competitive and up to date.
- Manage multiple tenders simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Requirements
- Relevant qualification in Engineering, Electrical Systems, Construction or a related discipline.
- Previous experience estimating fire alarm, fire detection or electronic security systems.
- Strong ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
- Good commercial awareness with strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with wider teams.
- Strong time-management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
- Experience working within pharmaceutical, data centre, industrial or similar sectors would be advantageous.
Benefits
- Permanent, full-time position.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Company pension.
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Located in Wicklow.
- On-site parking.
- Opportunity to work on large-scale projects across Ireland and Europe.
- Exposure to major projects within the pharmaceutical, data centre and industrial sectors.
- Dynamic and supportive working environment.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Nikki Moloney or call Osborne Recruitment on 01 525 2457.
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for this or other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format.
If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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